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Lemon Cream Cheese Bars

Delicious and tangy lemon bars with a creamy cheese layer.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
  3. Bake crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the filling over the baked crust. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the filling is set.
  6. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Bars, Cream Cheese, Lemon
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